What is the cheapest way to get from Chester to Luton?

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Luton is to bus which costs £30 - £80 and takes 5h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chester to Luton?

The fastest way to get from Chester to Luton is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Luton?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Luton station. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at Luton Station Interchange via Pool Meadow Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Luton?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Luton. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Luton via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.

How far is it from Chester to Luton?

The distance between Chester and Luton is 210 miles. The road distance is 158.3 miles.

How do I travel from Chester to Luton without a car?

The best way to get from Chester to Luton without a car is to train which takes 2h 53m and costs £50 - £370.

How long does it take to get from Chester to Luton?

It takes approximately 2h 53m to get from Chester to Luton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Luton bus from?

Chester to Luton bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Chester Bus Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Chester to Luton train from?

Chester to Luton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Chester station.

Train, bus or fly from Chester to Luton?

The best way to get from Chester to Luton is to train which takes 2h 53m and costs £50 - £370. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 5h 49m, you could also fly, which costs £65 - £200 and takes 4h 55m.

Where does the Chester to Luton bus arrive?

Chester to Luton bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Pool Meadow Bus Station.

Where does the Chester to Luton train arrive?

Chester to Luton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Chester to Luton?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Luton is 158 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Chester to Luton.

How do I get a train ticket from Chester to Luton?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Chester to Luton?

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Where can I stay near Luton?

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Chester to Luton - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Chester to Luton by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Chester to London EustonChester - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to LutonBrighton - Bedford / ...
2h 53m
£54–370
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Crewe to Milton Keynes CentralLiverpool Lime Street - London Euston / ...
2. Take the bus from Central station to Luton Station InterchangeMk1
2h 58m
£22–130
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Pool Meadow Bus StationUkn21
2. Take the bus from Pool Meadow Bus Station to Luton Station Interchange707 / ...
5h 49m
£31–78
Drive 157.4 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Luton157.4 mi
2h 47m
£40–58
Fly Liverpool to Luton Airport
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Luton Airport (LTN)LPL - LTN
4h 55m
£67–196
Train, bus via Birmingham Airport (BHX)
1. Take the train from Chester to Birmingham International
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Milton Keynes Central
3. Take the bus from Central station to Luton Station InterchangeMk1
4h 37m
£34–130
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)MAN - LHR
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Luton Airport Parkway Rail Station
4h 46m
£73–237
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Luton Airport
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Luton Airport (LTN)MAN - LTN
5h 36m
£77–193

Chester to Luton by train and foot

79Weekly Services

2h 53mAverage Duration

£54Cheapest Price

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Distance: 208.6 mi
Duration: 2h 53m

What companies run services between Chester, England and Luton, England?

You can take a train from Chester to Luton via London Euston and London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Luton Station Interchange via Pool Meadow Bus Station in around 5h 49m.

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